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I've had spotting. it's been light pink, bright red, bright pink, now brown. it stopped for two days at one point i'm on nexplion.could i be preg.?

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Dr. David Adler answered

Unlikely....: But check a urine pregnancy test. Nexplanon is a good form of contraception, but is known to cause some irregular bleeding, especially during the first 6 months or so. Best of luck!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

I've had spotting. it's been light pink, bright red, bright pink, now brown. it stopped for two days at one point i'm on nexplion.could i be preg.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Adler answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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